John Berry - I Give My Heart

For all who have been lucky enough to see John Berry's acoustic show live, then this is just what you remember. All the hits are here, as well as John's unique outlook on life and it's journey's through his stories. He does it all here with a simple ease, and his trademark vocals that made John Berry just who he is today. A great 2 disk set featuring the hits like "She's Taken a Shine" to a lovely rendition of John Denver's "Annie's Song".

The stories John adds between his songs make this CD a real treat adding a real and true heart and spirit to his show. Done completely with John on acoustic guitar and vocals, wife Robin Berry on background vocals, and when the piano is added, it is done so with the styling of John Hall. The stories themselves are glimpses into the life of this Star ranging from below one minute, to over 7 minutes in length, but all are relevant to the material.

A true feeling of being front row at a John Berry show, and feeling like you almost know the man personally. An intimate and fresh look at the songs that shaped a career done with true class and style. From the soul searching gentle sound of "Salvation" to the up tempo pseudo love song "Kiss Me In The Car". A retrospective with some added personality make this a true artists retrospect.

If you have John Berry music in your collection, Songs and Stories is a great addition, if you are a newer fan of country, or John Berry, this is also a true spirited addition to any collection. John Berry's personality shines on these CDs and adds a flare to the arrangement filled with emotion and high spirited individuality. A wonderful trip recorded from Bakersfield, California to Ann Arbor, Michigan.

  ( 5 Stars out of 6 )